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Dec 10

Dec. 10th - All About AARCH: Saving and Stewarding Adirondack Architectural History

Discover the rich architectural heritage of the Adirondacks. Our speaker Erin Tobin, will share how Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH) works tirelessly to preserve and protect historic structures. Through stories of restoration and conservation, this presentation will highlight the importance of safeguarding the region’s unique architecture for future generations. Perfect for history enthusiasts, preservationists, and anyone passionate about the Adirondacks.

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Dec 10, 2024 12:30pm - Dec 10, 2024 01:30pm

Free

Erin Tobin is the Executive Director of Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH), a private, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the architecture and communities of the Adirondacks through education, action, and advocacy. She is a well-known expert in the preservation community and has held the position as Vice President for Policy and Preservation at the Preservation League of New York State. Erin will be bringing along her knowledge of preservation issues and resources within New York State.

 

At AARCH, Erin advances the organization’s strategic goals as chief operating, development, and finance officer, as well as its primary spokesperson. Erin serves as the primary contact for special projects and preservation advocacy efforts, while overseeing the organization’s robust preservation services and educational programs. While working at the Preservation League, she had directed public policy and technical service programs across New York State’s 62 counties, leading a statewide preservation policy agenda and advocated for effective preservation policies at local, state and national levels. Tobin holds a B.A. degree cum laude in Architectural History from Binghamton University and a M.S. degree in Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania.

Thomas J. Ruller recently retired from his position as New York State Archivist, a role he held since 2015. An active professional for 35 years, he is the author of several peer-reviewed journal articles and reviews on the use of technology in Archives and the preservation of records in electronic form. Tom has been a consultant for several State governments and other organizations focusing on electronic records management and preservation. He remains actively engaged as a Board Member and Steward of the Archives Partnership Trust.